Spice Mill Brand of Manchester Recalls Cumin and Cajun Spice Products

Spice Mill, a Manchester-based company, is recalling cajun seasoning and cumin spices because they may contain trace amounts of peanut protein, which might set off an allergic reaction in some people.

The company sells its spices on its website and from its store at 191 Adams St. in Manchester. No illnesses from the products had been reported as of Monday, according to a company news release.

Here’s the news release from Spice Mill, as posted on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration website:

The Spice Mill of Manchester, CT is voluntarily recalling ground cumin and Cajun Seasoning products because they may contain undeclared peanut proteins. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The product is sold at local markets in CT and through The Spice Mill’s website and retail store in Manchester, CT.

This recall affects the following products:

• UPC Code: #811267012008 — 2.75 oz. size of Ground Cumin — Best-by dates: 11/16, 12/16, 1/17 — Lot #55996
• UPC Code: 811267011735 — 4 oz. size of Cajun Seasoning — Best-by dates: 12/16,1/17 — Lot #1432421

These products we packaged in November, December and January and are packaged in plastic bottles with a black flip-top lid. The Lot number is printed directly on the bottle in black ink.

No illnesses have been reported to date. This recall was initiated after it was discovered that ingredients from a single supplier used in the affected products were contaminated with peanut proteins. This allergen was not declared on the products’ ingredient statement.

Consumers who have purchased the recalled products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact The Spice Mill at 860-645-3853 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST Monday-Friday, or email atinfo@espicemill.com for additional information.